"4 'o' Clock Moth" XL Earrings
Discover the beauty of Far North Queensland’s most eye-catching, well-loved butterflies and moths.
Our statement jewellery is designed in Cairns, and crafted using eco-friendly materials. We celebrate the natural beauty of the World Heritage listed Wet Tropics Rainforest and the wildlife on our doorstep, creating unique original designs that you’ll love. Whether you’re looking for gifts, souvenirs or eco-friendly options for your own wardrobe, The Jungle Collection offers elegant, sophisticated designs, that showcase Australia’s unique biodiversity and wildlife.
Discover the beauty of Far North Queensland’s most eye-catching, well-loved butterflies and moths.
Our statement jewellery is designed in Cairns, and crafted using eco-friendly materials. We celebrate the natural beauty of the World Heritage listed Wet Tropics Rainforest and the wildlife on our doorstep, creating unique original designs that you’ll love. Whether you’re looking for gifts, souvenirs or eco-friendly options for your own wardrobe, The Jungle Collection offers elegant, sophisticated designs, that showcase Australia’s unique biodiversity and wildlife.
Discover the beauty of Far North Queensland’s most eye-catching, well-loved butterflies and moths.
Our statement jewellery is designed in Cairns, and crafted using eco-friendly materials. We celebrate the natural beauty of the World Heritage listed Wet Tropics Rainforest and the wildlife on our doorstep, creating unique original designs that you’ll love. Whether you’re looking for gifts, souvenirs or eco-friendly options for your own wardrobe, The Jungle Collection offers elegant, sophisticated designs, that showcase Australia’s unique biodiversity and wildlife.
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Dimensions: 6cm x 6cm (4mm thickness)
Findings: Hypoallergenic stainless steel fishhook findings, comfortable for sensitive ears.
Eco-friendly Materials: FSC-certified, responsibly sourced Cherry/Maple/Birch/or Walnut veneered MDF (exact wood species subject to availability).
Design: UV resistant, high saturation, matte finish, single-sided design.
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The 4 O’clock moth (Dysphania Numana) is commonly sighted around the Cairns region. Aptly named for its tendency to emerge in the late afternoon/early evening, often appearing on window ledges, around garden beds or throughout the rainforest. These endemic moths are captivating, with their blue and black banded wings which are contrasted by bright yellow sections. Often mistaken for a butterfly, the 4 O’clock moth is diurnal, preferring to shelter from direct sunlight in shaded areas underneath the rainforest canopy. The 4 O’clock Moth Caterpillar is spectacularly yellow, and can be seen throughout the region resting on the undersides of leaves that are higher off the ground, in full shade.
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Care instructions:
- Remove item when showering, swimming or when in contact with water.
- Remove for sleep or exercise.
- Avoid contact with lotions, perfume or excessive sunlight.
- Keep in a cool, dry location when not being warn.
- Handle with care.
Due to the nature of this material, each piece is subject to the natural variations in wood grain, texture and colour expected when using natural materials. Be mindful of this before committing to buy as we do not accept returns for earrings as outlined in our returns policy.
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- Cairns Local: Designed and assembled in Cairns by artist Jenna Minchin: Owner of The Jungle Collection, Cairns local of 13 years, established artist and regionally recognised entrepreneur.
- Support Small: We operate from our retail store in the heart of Cairns city, in Oceana Walk Arcade (since Sept 2024). To keep our focus small & sustainable, we only hold small quantities of stock, choosing to create small batches of products to respond to demand.
- Sustainably Focused: To honour the Rainforest and the wildlife within it, we strive to use ethical, sustainable and responsibly sourced materials for our products (when possible, to do so). This includes responsibly sourced wood, recycled acrylic, reclaimed steel and recycled papers. More information on this can be found in our policy page.
